Epinions Recent Reviews for msavere

Well Worth The Money With A Few Drawbacks

Tue, 28 Oct 2008 15:49:35 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - IntroductionWii fit is the heavily-advertised and hard-to-get game that is used with the Nintendo Wii. It comes with a CD containing the software for Wii Fit, and the Wii Fit balance board, which is needed to use the software. ...

Don't Be Fooled! Tastes Horrible Now!

Wed, 10 Mar 2004 15:19:03 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - We've Been Had! When I was looking for a protein shake, I came to epinions to see what other users had to say. The verdict was almost unanimous -- myoplex deluxe was the way to go. The guy at GNC that I talked to said it was his favorite...

Lots of Protein, Great Taste, But Lots of Gas Too!

Wed, 10 Mar 2004 15:04:38 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction This is the first review of mine on my quest to find the best protein shake out there. Just to let you know what I'm looking for, I am trying to gain muscle. There is a wide variety of literature out there about how many grams of...

Trying to Straddle Two Genres and Unfortunately Failing

Thu, 9 Oct 2003 12:51:23 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction I was so excited to finally get my hands on this book. I'm the perfect audience for this book. I'm an avid chess player, I'm a lawyer, and I care a great deal about race relations in the United States. And this is exactly what th...

You Get What You Pay For

Fri, 31 May 2002 18:52:53 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

When I was looking for a laptop computer, I wanted the cheapest computer possible that would be sufficient for my purposes (mostly word processing, a little internet), and wouldn't break easily. I basically got what I was...

Harry Potter Trivia Game: More Fun Than a Vomit Flavored Jelly Bean!

Thu, 23 May 2002 18:05:29 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

There's something magical about the Harry Potter story, and I'm not just talking about the characters themselves. J.K. Rowling has cast a spell over millions of children and adults (present company included) to produce a...

Microsoft’s Monopoly Write-Off (The Game and the Business)

Fri, 23 Jun 2000 16:20:17 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Monopoly is an evil, evil game. I used to enjoy playing it a lot until I started reading the newspaper regularly. I realized how evil monopolies are. What lessons are we trying to teach our kids? That getting money is a...

A Day at Universal Studios Florida

Wed, 24 May 2000 13:11:04 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction Although not part of the Disney experience, Universal Studios Florida is very comparable to the Disney MGM Studios visit. With rides, attractions, and places to eat, you get everything except Mickey Mouse and Donald Duck. Since...

Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set: From 6'8" to 1'1"

Tue, 16 May 2000 11:24:21 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Imagine me, 6 feet and eight inches tall, actually feeling small. As soon as I saw the sign pointing the way, I knew I had to visit the Honey, I Shrunk the Kids Movie Set. Having seen the movie, I expected to be...

Yahtzee: The Letters Say It All

Thu, 11 May 2000 16:19:46 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - (Y)ahtzee

Five dice, six sides, and seven letters to the word, Yahtzee, the classic dice throwing game, has entertained players for over forty years. Following, the letters of the word Y-A-H-T-Z-E-E (starting with the Y above) will...

7th Heaven: 7th Heaven: One Dose, Twice A Week, to Increase Morality

Tue, 9 May 2000 16:35:30 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

From acclaimed producer Aaron Spelling, yes the same Aaron Spelling of 90210 fame, we get a show whose moral zip code should read 99801 (Alaska -- about as different from Beverly Hills as you can get). The show is very...

It Boggle's the Mind

Thu, 4 May 2000 15:09:11 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Dictionary.com lists the following definitions for the word boggle:

* To hesitate as if in fear or doubt.

* To shy away or be overcome with fright or astonishment

* To botch; bungle.

I don't know...

For that matter, just don't pee on my leg

Wed, 3 May 2000 13:57:28 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

"Do you see the word dumb written on my forehead?" Judge Judy asks in an ever menacing tone. The family court Judge who now presides over the most popular Court show on television gives a scathing criticism of...

Candy Land Strategy Guide for Adults: Secrets Revealed!

Tue, 2 May 2000 12:30:31 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

The game of Candy Land has been seriously underlooked by adults. Often toted as a "kid's game", many adults are missing out on the treasures that this game holds. I think that if many of today's leaders would be...

Mastermind: Who's on First in the Form of a Game

Wed, 26 Apr 2000 16:17:24 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Mastermind often reminds me of the bit that Abbot and Costello did. For those of you who don't know, their Who's on First routine became a classic. The routine centers around a baseball team who's players are...

Pies and Bubbles and Demolition, Oh my!

Tue, 25 Apr 2000 12:20:18 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Get ready to have a pie thrown in your face; have bubbles floating all around you just waiting to be popped; and for a very naughty muppet to try blowing up the theater in which you sit. No, I'm not speaking about Rambo...

Uno: Play Cards and Learn Spanish (well, un poco)

Mon, 17 Apr 2000 13:59:57 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

People seem obsessed with the number: one. With all it's fame and abundance, I have a hard time believing that one is "the loneliest number." And the number one in other languages cannot escape the fame that the...

Chess: QXB (or Imelda Clinton takes Pat Robertson)

Thu, 13 Apr 2000 12:18:37 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Chess is one of the oldest and most complicated games that people still play today. It's been the subject of many books, a very popular 90's movie, and, if you can believe it, Chess: The Musical. The mystique around this...

Star Wars Star Tours: Four Star Simulation

Wed, 12 Apr 2000 12:12:50 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

When in DisneyWorld, I sometimes felt like I was in a galaxy far, far away. I often felt far away from lives daily troubles and worries (well, except for the worries about losing the camera, paying for lunch, etc ...)...

Disney Trivia: Way Too Easy for the Disney Trivia Buff

Tue, 11 Apr 2000 17:18:36 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

This game was very short lived in my own house. Seemingly much like Trivial Pursuit, this game requires that you answer questions in different categories to win. Unfortunately, being a Disney fan for most of my life, the...

Indiana Jones Stunt Show: Fun with Boulders and Explosions

Mon, 10 Apr 2000 11:49:04 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Out of all the "rides" at MGM, the Indiana Jones Stunt Show seems to be directed at the most mature audience. Although it is not necessarily inappropriate for small children, it is certainly the least...

Taboo or not Taboo, that is the Question

Fri, 7 Apr 2000 13:11:48 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Forgive the pun, but why would anyone boo at this game? As one of the most fun group games I have ever played, it ranks on the all-time fun list with Scattergories and Outburst. Even more fun that the others, however, you...

Voyage of the Little Mermaid: Under the Sea and Loving It

Fri, 7 Apr 2000 12:09:22 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

I must admit that I have always loved the music from "The Little Mermaid". It was with this in mind, as well as my girlfriend who absolutely loves the movie, that I went to go see Voyage of the Little Mermaid at...

Clue: msavere in the Community Center with the lead keyboard

Tue, 4 Apr 2000 12:47:03 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

Clue, the board game, has lead to a hilarious movie, a musical, a soundtrack, and a slew of other murder mystery party games. It was the original murder mystery party game, and like most successful board games, its...

Universe of Energy, My Favorite Ride at Epcot

Mon, 3 Apr 2000 12:09:31 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author msavere - Introduction

It's a shame that this was the last ride that I rode at Epcot. I would have loved to ride it another time, but unfortunately the ride was closing down for the day as I left. I have heard that the old ride with this name...